WWR founder and bassist/composer Michael Janisch has been making waves since his September 6 release Worlds Collide with a wonderful cover feature in the Autumn edition of Jazz In Europe magazine, a gleaming four star review from UK Vibe (full review), and an article in Germany’s biggest jazz mag, Jazz
Scott Kinsey We Speak Luniwaz Available on CD • DL • and 180 gram, gatefold double vinyl: here “This album brings an added vitality, looseness and a multi-pronged power attack {to Zawinul’s music}… A natural extension of the great man’s work and language.” ★★★★ UK Vibe “Recaptures the spirit and
Jazz veteran, Jeff Williams released his fourth Whirlwind album, Lifelike, on April 20th of last year, which derives from a live recording at the Vortex in London back in 2017. Lifelike features Jeff Williams on drums, John O’Gallagher on alto saxophone, Josh Arcoleo on tenor saxophone, Sam Lasserson on double bass, Kit Downes on piano and special guest Gonçalo Marquez on trumpet.
Rebecca Nash & Atlas (featuring Nick Malcolm on trumpet, Matt Fisher on drums, Thomas Seminar Ford on electric guitar, Chris Mapp on electric bass & electronics plus Sara Coleman on vocals on three tracks) released Peaceful King on July 26th this year. Tracks off the debut album have been frequently played on Jazz FM, Radio 3’s J to Z and Worldwide
. We’re pleased to announce the signing of saxophonist & composer Will Vinson who’ll be releasing his Whirlwind debut four forty one on January 31st, 2020 on all formats. The album will be his eighth solo release and features a truly remarkable cast of leading musicians in pianists Sullivan Fortner, Tigran
“A modern/ancient feeling pervades, along with the sense of sterling craftsmanship in the writing and playing.” ★★★★ All About Jazz “An evocative musical journey revealing a new quality to his [Abbasi’s] work and an important reference to his musical roots and associations.” Era Jazzu “A coherent but constantly
It’s been a busy summer for Wojtek Mazolewski who released his album Polka Worldwide Deluxe Edition with Whirlwind last year. Sell out appearances at festivals across Europe including the UK’s (We Out Here Festival) and Concert Halls across Europe will be followed by a performance at London’s Jazz Café as
We’re delighted to announce the release of Alice Zawadzki’s second solo album Within You is a World of Spring. CD • DL • 12″ 2x Gatefold LP – 180 Gram (vinyl ships in late NOV/Early DEC) – Limited Edition HERE “An awestruck hymn to nature that masters all
For trumpeter Ingrid Jensen and saxophonist/clarinettist Steve Treseler, paying tribute to the late Kenny Wheeler was a calling. The Canadian-born, British-based composer/trumpeter has almost incalculably influenced generations of musicians, working alongside a who’s who of artists including Dave Holland, Jack DeJohnette, Bill Frisell, John Taylor and Norma Winstone